Mid 19th Century Carved Ebony Workbox

Nicholas Wells Antiques SKU: 20156
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A very unusual mid 19th century carved ebony workbox for the export market from Southern Ceylon with a highly pronounced scalloped outline, the top, and sides carved in high relief with floral and foliate detail on a stamped ground. Opening to a void with brass hinges and mounts, the inside lid with carved foliate ornament.
Ceylon, circa 1850

Height: 10 cms (4 ins)
Width: 29 cms (11.4 ins)
Depth: 20 cms (8 ins)

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